1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1979 BMW 735
To start off, 1979 BMW 735 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 3,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 735 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 735 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 1979 BMW 735 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 735 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 3451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
